The left side of the finished yard. The client has a beautiful large Golden Retriever so we left some nice green space on both sides of the pond to give him some running room. Products in this photo: • Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea punguns glauca) • Limelight Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight') • Fire & Ice Hosta (Hosta 'Fire & Ice') • Dawyck Purple Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple') • Dwarf Hinoki False Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa nana gracilis) • Plum Pudding Coral Bells (Heuchura 'Plum Pudding') • Chanticleer Ornamental Pear (Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer')

The dining Room was given a personal touch with "Pup Portraits" I commissioned of his beloved Golden Retrievers. I worked with the Client to pick the perfect "bodies" for his dogs' heads to best showcase their personalities. Then, I worked with the Artist to choose the proper coloring for the portraits that would compliment the existing oil painting in the room. Finally, I added ornate frames with personalized gold nameplates to each portrait. "Master Bailey" "Miss Sydney" "Sir Winston" Designed by Katy Dickson Designs, LLC. Photo Credit: Allison @ Twist Tours

Example of a classic exterior home design in Other

This 1990's home, located in North Vancouver's Lynn Valley neighbourhood, had high ceilings and a great open plan layout but the decor was straight out of the 90's complete with sponge painted walls in dark earth tones. The owners, a young professional couple, enlisted our help to take it from dated and dreary to modern and bright. We started by removing details like chair rails and crown mouldings, that did not suit the modern architectural lines of the home. We replaced the heavily worn wood floors with a new high end, light coloured, wood-look laminate that will withstand the wear and tear from their two energetic golden retrievers. Since the main living space is completely open plan it was important that we work with simple consistent finishes for a clean modern look. The all white kitchen features flat doors with minimal hardware and a solid surface marble-look countertop and backsplash. We modernized all of the lighting and updated the bathrooms and master bedroom as well. The only departure from our clean modern scheme is found in the dressing room where the client was looking for a more dressed up feminine feel but we kept a thread of grey consistent even in this more vivid colour scheme. This transformation, featuring the clients' gorgeous original artwork and new custom designed furnishings is admittedly one of our favourite projects to date!

Warm and modern, this well-appointed pantry provides plenty of dedicated space for wine, ceramics, cookbooks and more. • Warm and modern, this well-appointed pantry provides plenty of dedicated space for wine, ceramics, cookbooks and more. • A combination of Tesoro Ash and Tesoro Linen finishes create a clean, sophisticated look. • Tesoro Linen back panels and Tesoro Ash Contemporary Crown accents unify the space and provide elegant design details. • Miter Narrow drawers deliver concealed storage for utensils and other items, while doors with clear glass inserts display dishes. • Transitional Ancient Bronze hardware adds polish. • Baskets with Canvas liners offer a subtly stylish storage solution that makes items easily retrievable. • Slide-out wine racks and stemware holders allow for artful organization of your vintages and their accessories.

Accents for the sides of your TANDEMBOX adds character to your kitchen every time you open your drawer to retrieve things. Photo credits: Fauzi Anuar of http://www.zeeandmarina.com and ICON Interior.

The dry feature is a great focal point from the patio extension as well as the master bedroom. This client has two golden retrievers so the rockscape reduces the debris that clings to their fur.

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless gender-neutral reach-in closet remodel in New York with white cabinets

For many of us, our mudroom is often the first place we enter when arriving home. For our clients, a family of four with 2 young children, the mudroom had to be well designed with ample storage and an efficient lay-out. A combination of closed door and open shelving provides an abundance of storage and hanging space to house everything from boots, shoes, coats and miscellaneous gear. Ample shelving provides space for baskets of varying sizes to corral a plethora of smaller items. A generous cushioned bench for and decorative deer hooks installed above it for those easy to access items allows the family to hang and organize things and still have a space that looks clean and organized. Personal storage lockers with screen doors also provide a separated space for each person so that things can be easily stored, found and retrieved.

With its unusual octagon shape, this living room renovation was a design challenge to be conquered! Orignially, heavy cherry cabinets lining the walls and an oversized fireplace mantle wrapped in green marble. We re-oriented the living room, removed the wall units and renovated the flooring fireplace and window treatments and created a light and bright pallet for which our homeowners can display their gorgeous custom artwork. The custom limestone fireplace and oversized large pendant in the center of the living room create subtle organic details for the mostly neutral palette. Handmade boucle swivel chairs are set opposite low leather slung loungers and the effect conveys comfort yet sophistication. The high-performance fabric on our custom sofa means afternoon naps and golden retrievers are more than welcome!

The Dylan side table is the small storage piece for any living space. Its tempered glass top provides a contrasting material to the MDF tabletop. A bottom open shelf easily allows you to retrieve your books or display your sentimental items. The one drawer keeps your essentials stored away and the groove detailing adds a decorative element while placed next to your bed as a nightstand or by your living room sofa as an end table. Available in other colors that will complement your home's specific décor.

We created this glorious retreat for our homeowners, who live with 3 kids, 2 giant golden retrievers, and 2 cats. After assessing the Feng Shui and coming up with a design plan, we designed a serene space that encouraged romance and peace. The Carrara marble in the main bathroom is timeless, and really bounces the light around. We used all British faucets, sinks, and a soaking tub, complete with English tub filler. The deal was, the husband got a huge walk-in shower, and his wife got her bathtub. Everyone is happy!

After 11 years on the Gull Lake chain in Nisswa, this couple decided to sell their cabin. Their current home has the lake view, pine trees and “up north” feel right here in Plymouth. The goal of this remodel was to incorporate some of the Nisswa cabin features into an “urban cabin”. The first step was, large windows were installed to take in the view of the lake. Some features borrowed from the cabin are the interior wood tongue & groove siding, ledge stone fireplace and scraped hickory flooring. Designer, Carol Kornak, reconfigured the appliance locations and reoriented the kitchen by added an island with eating space. And, a subtle but rewarding change occurred in the back hall. Often a bottleneck, the hallway to the garage was a catch-all for coats, boots, mail, etc. With a little design magic (by removing a wall, reducing pantry depth) and adding a boot bench and hooks for coats, the narrow hallway feels more spacious. To keep them organized there is a mail sorting and charging station hidden behind closed doors. Admittedly, the couple isn’t roughing it with their Wolf/Sub-Zero appliance package including refrigerator, wine cooler, cooktop, steam oven and warming drawer. The new cabinetry from Crystal Cabinet Works in rustic hickory and painted finish pairs beautifully with the two Cambria countertops and completes the transformation into the “Urban Cabin”. The only thing missing is the 2 ½ hour drive and the dock & boat. Luckily, Lake Minnetonka is only a short drive away.

This charming West Vancouver home belongs to Robert and Elizabeth (names changed), a professional couple with three high school and university-aged sons and two beloved golden retrievers who are very much part of the family. Known for their love of outdoor pursuits—boating, skiing, basketball, tennis and more—they wanted their home to reflect their active lifestyle while providing comfortable, stylish spaces for gathering and unwinding. The couple came to us with a clear vision: to embrace a modern coastal style, incorporate personal touches, showcase cherished artwork, and create a sanctuary where Elizabeth could relax with her dogs.

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Kitchen Remodel- Drawer Microwave for easy safe access to retrieving hot items.
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The left side of the finished yard. The client has a beautiful large Golden Retriever so we left some nice green space on both sides of the pond to give him some running room. Products in this photo: • Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea punguns glauca) • Limelight Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight') • Fire & Ice Hosta (Hosta 'Fire & Ice') • Dawyck Purple Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple') • Dwarf Hinoki False Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa nana gracilis) • Plum Pudding Coral Bells (Heuchura 'Plum Pudding') • Chanticleer Ornamental Pear (Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer')

A pump provides pressure via reinforced hoses to the interior water jets, while at the same time, suction systems retrieves the water and recycles it. Note: The Bullfrog Spas we specialize in (shown here) actually utilize about 90% less plumbing than other designs for a much more efficient system. (Photo: Bullfrog Spas) www.longislandhottub.com